Import Restrictions

October 7, 1985

OTTAWA — Canada has moved to protect its cultural heritage. The United States has been asked to place restrictions on the import of certain archeological and ethnological artifacts. ''For some very specific pieces we would like them to stay in Canada,'' said Rene Picard, cultural counselor of the Canadian Embassy in Washington. He specifically mentioned Eskimo and French-Canadian objects and Indian utensils, tools and decorations, all at least 200 years old. The import ban would not affect artifacts that already have left the country, such as a collection in a Detroit museum. A committee made up of experts in archeology, ethnology, anthropology and international art sales and representatives of museums and the public will review the request and make a recommendation to President Reagan.